Road Train Driver

500 A.A Company Pty Ltd; Cloncurry Shire; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) in Canobie seeks a Road Train Driver to transport cattle across the station and on public roads, ensuring safety and adherence to welfare standards.

You will perform pre-start checks, manage logs, and collaborate with a small team to maintain a reliable service while complying with fatigue guidelines.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Current MC driver's licence is required.
• Previous experience in a similar road train role is advantageous.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Transportation of cattle as directed both on and off the station.
• Handle cattle in line with AACo animal welfare standards.
• Be responsible for loading cattle at appropriate numbers.
• Adhere to current fatigue management guidelines.
• Complete all paperwork as required e.g. Livestock cartage book etc.
• Conduct general property observations while driving.
• Carry out road train maintenance.
• Carry out a pre-start check daily or before each trip taken.
• Maintain road train serviceability and ensure the vehicle is in roadworthy condition.
• Monitor fuel and oil usage and record fuel in fuel log sheets.
• Monitor spare part usage

Skills

Strong communication skills

Current MC driver's licence

Previous experience in a similar role

Ability to work alone and as part of a

Job description

We are looking for a Road Train Driver to join our team in Canobie. Canobie Station is located 200km north of Cloncurry, in the Gulf Region.

Who are we: Established in 1824, Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) is one of Australia’s largest integrated cattle and beef producers and is the country’s oldest continuously operating company. Today, AACo owns and operates a strategic balance of stations, feedlots and farms spanning approximately 6.5 million hectares of land across Queensland and the Northern Territory. Our people manage a large-scale Wagyu herd, producing consistently high-quality branded beef distributed to over 20 countries around the world. We are fostering a culture that values safety, inclusion and opportunity, and are committed to integrating care for our people, animals and land into the way we do business – Reimagining Australian agriculture to share with the world – and we’d love you to join us.

Key Responsibilities

• Transportation of cattle as directed both on and off the station
• Handle cattle in line with AACo animal welfare standards.
• Be responsible for loading cattle at appropriate numbers.
• Adhere to current fatigue management guidelines.
• Complete all paperwork as required e.g. Livestock cartage book etc.
• Conduct general property observations while driving
• Carry out road train maintenance
• Carry out a pre-start check daily or before each trip taken.
• Maintain road train serviceability and ensure the vehicle is in roadworthy condition.
• Monitor fuel and oil usage and record fuel in fuel log sheets
• Monitor spare part usage

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Current MC driver’s licence
• Previous experience in a similar role is advantageous
• Ability to work both alone and as part of a team